But they have not been allowed back since - amid accusations of also being denied access to files and resources - and the county council revealed this week that it planned to build a new secondary school at this site.

A protest by union representatives and around 25 workers was held outside the centre on Wednesday morning.

7.06am

Laura Nightingale

TRAVEL: As we creep pass 7am, the roads and public transport are both looking clear. But I will keep you updated if things change. Don't forget you can tweet me @la_nightingale or @getsurrey if you spot a jam or delay.

It is part of a £30m redevelopment of the site run by Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, which provides help for those with mental health issues, learning difficulties and alcohol and drug addictions.

The new building will be Guildford's first purpose-built mental health hospital and will be used to treat patients with conditions ranging from depression and anxiety to psychotic problems such as schizophrenia.

7.16am

Laura Nightingale

TRAVEL: Traffic is building up in Farnham on A31 Farnham Road Eastbound at the Hogs Back.

There is also slow traffic along the A322 Worplesdon Road in Guildford southbound at Stoughton Road in the roadworks area.

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